Meritorious Service Cross
- Awarded on: October 22, 2013
- Invested on: November 03, 2001
Rank: Lieutenant General
As commander of the NATO Training Mission in Afghanistan from November 2011 to April 2013, Lieutenant General Bolger was a steadfast supporter of Canada’s mission objectives. Leading over 4,000 coalition personnel and 13,000 contractors, he endorsed many Canadian initiatives that significantly enhanced training effectiveness at key Afghan institutions. Lieutenant General Bolger’s leadership and encouragement were critical to the success of the Canadian mission, and strengthened the bond between Canada and the United States of America.
